JPMorgan Chase & Co.
Markets & Securities Services Experienced Recruiting Lead - Vice President
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Do you have recruiting leadership experience in Markets or Investment Banking and a track record of building high-performing teams? Join us as a Vice President Recruiting Lead for Markets & Securities Services.
As a Markets & Securities Services Recruitment Lead in the Commercial & Investment Bank Recruitment Team, you will lead a team of recruiters, set the talent acquisition strategy for priority franchises, and partner directly with senior business and HR leaders to deliver critical hiring outcomes that align with the firm’s strategic objectives. You will drive market coverage, diversity hiring, and senior lateral processes while improving our operating model, data rigor, and candidate experience across the region.
Job Responsibilities:
- Lead the recruiting function for Markets, Sales, Research & Securities Services in EMEA, owning workforce planning, demand forecasting, and hiring strategy to meet revenue and headcount objectives.
- Manage and develop a team of recruiters and sourcers, providing coaching, capacity planning, performance management, and career development; set clear goals and operating rhythms to ensure accountability and excellence.
- Serve as the senior point of contact for business heads and HR leadership across Markets client groups, shaping hiring priorities, advising on org design, and influencing decisions with data-backed insights.
- Own end-to-end delivery for senior lateral hiring (e.g., Executive Director and Managing Director), including talent pipelining, confidential projects, complex compensation structuring, and risk/controls adherence.
- Build and execute proactive market-mapping strategies and talent communities for critical roles; drive ongoing, opportunistic engagement to shorten time-to-fill and elevate quality of hire.
- Establish and track performance metrics and SLAs (time-to-offer, pipeline health, diversity slate quality, source effectiveness, candidate NPS); leverage analytics to optimize funnel performance and inform strategic decisions.
- Partner closely with HR Advisory, Compensation, Business Management, and Controls to ensure compliant, consistent processes; lead complex compensation and offer negotiations in alignment with internal frameworks and pay philosophy.
- Drive continuous improvement and technology adoption across the recruitment lifecycle, ensuring full, accurate use of the applicant tracking system, data integrity, and scalable processes.
- Represent the firm in the external market with credibility and discretion; enhance employer brand in front-office talent pools and cultivate long-term relationships with key connectors and executive search partners.
- Implement risk and control standards, ensuring adherence to firm policies, data privacy requirements, and regulatory obligations; proactively identify and remediate process gaps.
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Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:
- Extensive full lifecycle recruiting experience with extensive coverage of Markets and/or Investment Banking; experience leading senior lateral searches and confidential mandates.
- Experience managing and developing recruiters/sourcers, with demonstrated ability to scale teams, allocate capacity, and deliver against dynamic, shifting priorities.
- Proven strategic planning capability: workforce planning, market mapping, funnel analytics, and conversion optimization; adept at translating business strategy into actionable recruiting plans.
- Strong executive presence and credibility with senior leaders; consultative advisor able to influence outcomes, manage ambiguity, and drive alignment across HR, Compensation, and the business.
- Expertise in direct sourcing, talent community building, and relationship management with currently employed, high-demand candidates; persuasive storytelling that articulates firm value proposition and career trajectories.
- Advanced negotiation skills for complex compensation packages within governance frameworks; comfortable leading nuanced discussions with candidates and hiring leaders.
- Data-driven operating style with command of recruiting metrics and ATS/CRM tooling; disciplined approach to data integrity, compliance, and controls.
- High learning agility, resilience, and sound judgment; able to operate independently and lead through change in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience handling highly sensitive/confidential information with discretion.
Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills
- Prior experience in an agency or executive search environment working on front-office mandates, or leading in-house executive recruiting for Markets or Investment Banking.
- Deep subject-matter knowledge of Markets businesses, product sets, and talent landscapes; familiarity with UK/EMEA regulatory context for hiring.
- Experience driving process optimization and technology enablement (e.g., ATS/CRM enhancements, assessment tools, reporting automation).
JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.
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We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.
We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.
JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans
J.P. Morgan’s Commercial & Investment Bank is a global leader across banking, markets, securities services and payments. Corporations, governments and institutions throughout the world entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. The Commercial & Investment Bank provides strategic advice, raises capital, manages risk and extends liquidity in markets around the world.
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